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GM 792

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHERYL CROSS, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

2026 Regular Session

Cheryl Cross is nominated for a seat on the Hawaii Workforce Development Council, subject to Senate confirmation for a term ending June 30, 2030.

The recommendation of the committee(s) on LBT is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in LBT were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Elefante, Lamosao, Moriwaki, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Ihara.
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Bill Summary · GM 792

Bill Summary: GM 792 (Session 2026, Hawaii)

Title

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHERYL CROSS, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

Purpose and Intent

  • This measure facilitates the confirmation process for a gubernatorial appointment.
  • Cheryl Cross is nominated by the Governor for membership on the Hawaii Workforce Development Council (HWDC).
  • If confirmed, Cross will serve a term ending June 30, 2030.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal submission of Cheryl Cross’s nomination to the Hawaii State Senate for consideration and confirmation.
  • Appointment would place Cross on the Hawaii Workforce Development Council, contributing to oversight and guidance of workforce development initiatives in the state.
  • Term length: Until June 30, 2030.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary: Cheryl Cross (nominee) who would become a member of the Hawaii Workforce Development Council.
  • Hawaii Workforce Development Council: Would add Cross to its membership, potentially influencing policy, program development, and funding decisions related to workforce development strategies.
  • State government and workforce programs: Indirect impact through the potential change in council composition, which may affect priorities and oversight.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Nominating authority: Governor (Josh Green, M.D.).
  • Confirmation process: Requires Senate confirmation as part of constitutional appointment procedures (Article V, Section 6, Hawaii State Constitution).
  • Legislative action history:
    • Referred to the LBT (Labor, Business, and Technology) committee on 2026-03-23.
    • Public hearing initially scheduled for 2026-04-10; subsequently rescheduled to 2026-04-13.
    • Committee recommendation: On 2026-04-13, the LBT committee recommended to “Advise and Consent” to the nomination.
    • Voting: The LBT committee reported 4 Aye (Elefante, Lamosao, Moriwaki, Fevella), 0 No, 1 Excused (Ihara); no reservations noted in the summary.
  • Final action: The bill is for consideration and confirmation by the Senate; the executive chamber’s nomination package accompanies the bill.

Additional Notes

  • The bill is a standard confirmation package essential for filling a gubernatorial vacancy on the HWDC.
  • No specific qualifications, duties, or compensation changes are detailed within the provided text; the summary focuses on the nomination and confirmation process and term expiration.

If you’d like, I can add context on the Hawaii Workforce Development Council’s role and typical qualifications for its members, or compare this nomination to past HWDC appointments.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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